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Experienced Oregon Personal Injury Lawyers
If you have been injured or a loved one has died in an accident in Oregon, and the cause was the negligence of another, Metier Law Firm is here for you. Our office in Portland has been helping the victims of personal injury get the compensation they need to put their lives back together.
For over 30 years, our dedicated personal injury lawyers have learned every detail of the court system and how it works. When you need an accident attorney you can trust, contact us, and let us put that knowledge to work for you. When you give us a call, you will receive a consultation with one of our legal representatives at no cost.
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Do I Really Need an Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer?
The circumstances surrounding your accident are unique, as are those around every personal injury case. This means every claim needs to be treated differently, and knowledgeable personal injury attorneys, like those at Metier Law Firm, know the best way for you to approach yours.
Small claims for relatively superficial injuries may not require the hiring of a lawyer, but larger accidents leading to more extreme trauma should not be handled alone. The amount of money involved in these situations is often very large, and initial settlement offers are usually very low, unless a respected attorney is involved. As such, it is in your best interest to call Metier Law Firm for a free consultation about how to go forward with your case.
Personal Injury Cases We Can Take
Unfortunately, accidents can happen anywhere, at any time, and cause many kinds of personal injury. If the accident was caused by the actions or negligence of someone else, the individual who was hurt should not have to both heal and pay for the expenses. That is why you should contact the experienced personal injury lawyers at Metier Law Firm. We know Oregon law in and out, with over 35 years of helping people who have been hurt due to the carelessness of another.
The dedicated attorneys in our Portland office are ready to fight for the victims of injuries resulting from a wide range of accidents, including:
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What to Do After You’ve Been in an Oregon Accident
If you have been hurt in an accident, it is unlikely your mind will be on anything other than recovery. However, keeping a few crucial things in mind in the aftermath of the event can mean a much easier path toward receiving the compensation you deserve. After an accident that causes injury to your person, you should do the following:
The last thing you want after getting injured is to make the injury worse or be injured again. However, you were hurt, be it in a car accident or in the middle of an oil field, get yourself to a safe place, away from further harm, as soon as possible.
If you need immediate medical attention, call for help right away, but even if you don’t feel any pain, you should see your doctor for an evaluation. Not only might they find undiscovered injuries before they become more serious, but they will create an official medical report about your accident.
The more documentation you have of both the scene and of your injuries, the stronger your case will be. If you are out of danger and not seriously hurt, try and get as many clear and well-lit shots from as many angles as possible. A good personal injury lawyer can use these to build a stronger case when it comes time to negotiate.
Though it may be tempting to discard anything that reminds you of your traumatic experience, it is best to hold on to anything you had on yourself at the time. Attorneys with experience in personal injury cases know where to find evidence to support their arguments, and the more places they have to pull it from, the better. Put your clothes and shoes in a clean bag and store them somewhere secure until you are able to talk to a lawyer.
Depending on the location and particular circumstances of your accident, there may be different ways to officially document an incident. If the police were called, like in the event of a bicycle accident or a motorcycle crash, they will create and file a police report that you will have access to. If your injury occurred at work, there is likely a proper channel in place to properly report any accidents. Make sure you get a copy as soon as you can and give it to your personal injury attorney.
From the police report to your medical bills, save every piece of paperwork pertaining to any aspect of your accident. When you and your lawyer go to negotiate for a claim in a certain amount, having the receipts, invoices, and expert evaluations available to back it up is essential.
The most important thing you can do after an injury-causing accident is to contact a reputable personal injury attorney with experience in Oregon, like the ones at Metier Law Firm. It takes compassion, knowledge, and determination to navigate the complex legal system here, so make sure you find a lawyer who checks all those boxes.
Personal Injury Compensation Claims You Could be Eligible For
A horrific accident can cost its victim much more than just money for medical bills. In general, damages that can be included in a personal injury claim are either considered special damages or general damages. The difference is whether the expense was a monetary one, like a hospital bill, or one of a quality of life nature, like pain and suffering.
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Examples of some of the damages a victim can file a claim for include:
Special Damages
- Medical Bills
- Lost wages
- Funeral Expenses
- Therapy Bills
- Reduced Income
General Damages
- Pain and Suffering
- Reduced Quality of Life
- Emotional Distress
- Loss of Consortium with a Spouse
How Long Do I Have to File My Claim?
If you are hurt in an accident in Oregon, generally, you have 2 years after the incident to file a claim. After this time, you lose the legal right to seek compensation and justice for the injuries you suffered. Some general exceptions, however, involve situations where the victim was a minor at the time of injury, an injury that goes undiscovered until later and wrongful death claims. No matter the type of injury, it is in your best interest to call an Oregon personal injury attorney as soon as possible to get your questions answered and to ensure your case is filed.
Call Our Oregon Personal Injury Attorneys Today
At Metier Law Firm, we want you to know that you are not alone. After an injury-causing accident, you need a personal injury lawyer who will look out for your best interests and give you the time to heal and recover. You need an accident attorney with the knowledge and practical experience to see what needs to be done and how to make it happen. You need a law firm like us. We are proud to serve the people of the state of Oregon, and we want to help you when you need it most. If you have been injured due to the negligence of another, call our Portland office, and we will give you a free consultation about your case and what your next steps should be.
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Top reasons to Choose Metier Law Firm
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Financial advantages of a large firm with the close, personal client relationship of a small firm
We’re the lawyers other lawyers hire
Attorneys across the country seek out and trust our firm to help their clients
We get results
From record-setting $50 million verdicts to $50,000 policy limit settlements, every penny that can be won, will be won
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Oregon Personal Injury FAQ
It depends, largely on the severity of your injuries and the willingness of the insurance company to settle with you. Some cases can be finished in a matter of weeks, while others drag on for years, but a strong case and a good personal injury attorney tend to speed the process up.
It can vary widely. Because every accident is different, every personal injury case is different, so the amounts awarded to victims will be different, too. Case results can range from thousands to many millions of dollars, depending on the specifics of the accident and the aptitude of the personal injury lawyer involved.
Yes, 2 years. It’s known as the statute of limitations for personal injury, and after this time you forfeit your legal right to claim anything for your damages, with some special exceptions.
Personal Injury Case Results
$40,000,000+
Defective Product
Over $40,000,000 verdict for a defective vehicle resulting in a spinal cord injury
$52,000,000
Car Accident
$52,000,000 verdict for a car accident victim
$11,000,000+
Truck Accident
Over $11 Million verdict for a spinal injury from a truck accident
$5,000,000+
Motorcycle Accident
Over $5 Million settlement for a Motorcycle Accident Case
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